No matter their differences, they all have something in common: ONE They will always be there for each other. And TWO They are each working toward an ultimately fulfilling life... whether they realize it or not. HUMAN AU. (Be Sure To Read Full Summary Inside!)

All alone in the big, harsh, cold world, these brothers are just trying to make ends meet. Too bad life doesn't allow that. Trigger Alert: Contains self-harm, mentions rape, assault, kidnapping, and language. Nominated for TMNT Universal Reader's Choice Awards for "Most Compelling AU (Alternate Depictions of Canon Characters)"! Thank you! Nomination still means a lot to me!